2022 BMW X1 vs. 2022 BMW X3: What's the Difference?

2022 BMW X1 vs. 2022 BMW X3
2022 BMW X1

vs.

2022 BMW X3
228-hp 2.0L TwinPower Turbo 4-cylinder

Base Engine

248-hp 2.0L TwinPower Turbo 4-cylinder
n/a

Top Engine

473-hp 3.0L M TwinPower Turbo 6-cylinder
24/33 city/highway mpg

EPA-Estimated MPG (base engine w/ FWD)

25/29 city/highway mpg
40.4/37 inches

Front/Rear Legroom

40.3/36.4 inches
27.1 cubic feet

Trunk Space

28.7 cubic feet

If you’re looking for a new luxury crossover SUV in the Bay Shore area, you’ve come to the right place! At Habberstad BMW of Bay Shore, we’re proud to offer a wide variety of BMW SUVs to fit just about every budget and lifestyle. Two of the best models you can find right now are the BMW X1 and X3, both of which have now been refreshed for the 2022 model year with powerful performance specs, sleek features, and roomy interior cabins. What’s the difference between the BMW X1 and X3? That’s what Habberstad BMW of Bay Shore is here to help you find out! Read on to compare BMW SUVs, then head to our inventory to see what models we have available.

 

 

2022 BMW X1 vs. X3: Performance Specs

BMW vehicles have a long history of delivering strong performance specs on the Babylon roads. You’ll enjoy an impressive engine, an 8-speed automatic transmission, and available all-wheel drive regardless if you pick the 2022 BMW X1 or X3. However, you’ll notice that as a higher-priced SUV, the BMW X3 offers a bit more standard performance power, with the added advantage of three engine choices to the BMW X1’s single choice. Here are the details:

BMW X1 Performance Options

  • Base engine: 228-hp 2.0L BMW TwinPower Turbo inline 4-cylinder
  • Standard sDrive FWD, available xDrive AWD
  • EPA-estimated 24/33 city/highway mpg w/ FWD
  • EPA-estimated 23/31 city/highway mpg w/ AWD

BMW X3 Performance Options

  • Base engine: 248-hp 2.0L BMW TwinPower Turbo inline 4-cylinder (standard sDrive FWD, available xDrive AWD)
  • Top available engine: 473-hp 3.0L BMW M TwinPower Turbo 6-cylinder (standard M-Tuned xDrive AWD)
  • Base engine EPA-estimated 23/29 city/highway mpg w/ FWD
  • Base engine EPA-estimated 21/28 city/highway mpg w/ AWD
  • 3.0L BMW M engine EPA-estimated 15/20 city/highway mpg w/ AWD

2022 BMW X1 vs. X3: Interior Details

You’ll find no shortage of luxury on either the 2022 BMW X1 or X3. Both SUVs are equipped with a wide variety of premium amenities designed to make every ride as smooth, safe, and comfortable as possible. Shared amenities include memory front seats, a memory mirror, automatic climate control, and stylish SensaTec upholstery. However, the X3 does have a few more standard features than the X1, as well as a bit more trunk space in the rear:

BMW X1 Interior

  • 40.4/37 inches front/rear legroom
  • 27.1 cubic feet trunk volume
  • 8-way power front seats including 1-way manual headrests
  • High-gloss black interior trim with Pearl Gloss Chrome highlights

BMW X3 Interior

  • 40.3/36.4 inches front/rear legroom
  • 28.7 cubic feet trunk volume (62.7 cubic feet w/ seats folded)
  • 10-way power front sport seats including 2-way power side bolsters with 2-way manual headrests
  • Extra lumbar support
  • Panoramic moonroof
  • Dark Oak wood trim
  • 40/20/40 split-folding rear seats

2022 BMW X1 vs. X3: Technology

Now that the BMW X1 and X3 have both been updated to 2022, there’s plenty of next-generation technology inside and out. No matter which model you choose, you’ll find features like BMW ConnectedDrive, Active Park Distance Control, Advanced Real-Time Traffic, and Apple CarPlay or Android Auto for your smartphone of choice. Again, because the BMW X3 is more expensive than the X1, it offers a wider array of technology, including an improved sound system and BMW Live Cockpit Plus. Check out the details:

BMW X1 Technology

  • HiFi Sound System with 7 speakers and 205-Watt digital amplifier
  • BMW Navigation Business with 8.8-inch high-resolution touch display
  • BMW Remote Services (Stolen Vehicle Recovery, Remote Lock/Unlock, BMW Connected App)

BMW X3 Technology

  • HiFi Sound System with 12 speakers and 205-Watt digital amplifier
  • Live Cockpit Plus with 5.1-inch analog instrument cluster and 10.25-inch central information display
  • WiFi Hotspot including 3 GB/3-month trial
  • Connected Package Professional (Concierge Services, Stolen Vehicle Recovery, Remote Lock/Unlock, BMW Connected App)

Compare BMW SUVs at Habberstad BMW of Bay Shore

At the end of the day, you can’t go wrong picking either the 2022 BMW X1 or X3–you’ll be getting strong performance specs, advanced technology, and luxury styling no matter what. The BMW X1 is a bit more affordable, while the BMW X3 offers a few more key features and amenities. Now that we’ve gone over the difference between the 2022 BMW X1 and X3 on paper, you might be interested in comparing SUVs in person! Contact our office in Bay Shore to see what models we have available, and we can set up a test drive around West Islip for you. You can also reach out with any questions, or for more information about either of these models.

 

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